• Real Producers' Awards Gala

    We will be conferring awards in multiple categories and rely on YOU to vote for the most deserving individuals in each category. Your vote makes all the difference! Help us recognize excellence by casting your vote now.
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  • Angela โ€œAngieโ€ Guillette

    As owner and team lead of The Guillette Group at eXp Realty, Angie Guillette has built a business around her belief that real estate is ultimately about people, relationships, and meaningful impact. In the past year, she generated nearly $23.5 million in personal production across 30 transactions while leading a six-agent team grounded in integrity, accountability, and teamwork. A two-time Diamond Award recipient, Angie balances strong individual results with a commitment to helping her agents grow professionally and guiding clients through major life decisions with clarity and care. Her vision of success goes beyond sales, focusing on building a business that helps others grow and live joyfully.

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  • Greg Sofranko

    As team lead of the Gregory Sofranko Group at William Raveis Real Estate, Greg Sofranko helped lead a team that closed $86.5 million across 35 transactions in 2025, ranking eighth nationwide in large team volume for the company. Yet he measures success by more than production, focusing on developing agents, building a culture of integrity and teamwork, and helping others grow beyond their careers. After overcoming personal challenges and rebuilding his life through sobriety, Greg brings a grounded perspective to leadership, believing that success means being in control of your own life. His people-first approach reflects a leader who values the growth of others as much as business results.

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  • Karen Coney Coplin

    Karen Coney Coplin has shaped her life and career around her parents' principle: kindness matters. In real estate, that means keeping clients fully supported, providing responsive, one-on-one service, and treating fellow professionals with respect and courtesy. A former real estate attorney, Karen negotiates proactively, so clients move through every transaction with confidence. Her business is built on genuine care and lasting relationships, with clients returning and referring friends. A Naples resident since 1994 (half her life!), she raised her two daughters and many pets here. Her Heart to Heart column for Life in Naples magazine champions nonprofits, including conservation, animal rescue, childrenโ€™s charities, the arts, and cancer awareness, a cause personal to her as a survivor.

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  • Kendall Borelli

    Kendall Borelli has become one of Naplesโ€™ leading luxury real estate agents, combining her marketing background with a sharp eye for high-end new construction and a strong negotiating style. Despite entering a competitive market where she had to earn the respect of established agents, Kendall built her reputation through consistent results, professionalism, and genuine relationships. From selling $5 million to $10 million custom homes to leading sales for a new development on Gulf Shore Blvd, she brings together the business results and personal care that define her approach to real estate.

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  • Rhonda Keane Milligan

    Rhonda Keane Milligan brings an entrepreneurial spirit and a deeply personal approach to her work as a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist with Keyes-Miloff Aubuchon Group. in Fort Myers-Cape Coral. After building a career in the salon and hospitality industries, she turned to real estate with the same people-first mindset that shaped her earlier businesses, becoming a Top 100 agent in Lee County in 2024 and surpassing over 30 closings in 2025. Rhonda stays hands-on throughout every transaction, taking on the stress herself so her clients feel supported from the first conversation through closing and beyond. For her, success means lasting relationships, lifelong friendships, and helping clients feel genuinely cared for.

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  • Scott Schilling

    Scott Schilling, a Luxury Real Estate Advisor with Compass in Naples, brought years of business ownership and new-construction experience to his independent real estate career. In his first full year as a solo agent, he closed nearly $51.8 million across 68 transactions and earned recognition as a Compass Top 100 Producer in Florida. Known for constant communication, a solutions-driven mindset, and relationships built over years in Southwest Florida, Scott works hard to guide clients through challenges and keep transactions moving smoothly. His combination of proven results, entrepreneurial drive, and a reputation for earning trust reflects the commitment he brings to every part of his business.

  • Which Realtor of the Year finalist gets your vote?
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  • Amy Nease

    With a real estate career spanning more than three decades, Amy Nease has built a distinguished presence in Southwest Floridaโ€™s residential market, with experience ranging from custom home sales to luxury resale. Her extensive knowledge of construction, design and local market dynamics provides clients with valuable insight throughout the real estate process. Yet, it is her commitment to integrity, transparent communication and lasting relationships that has defined her career. Amyโ€™s consistent performance and client-focused approach reflect a legacy of trusted guidance, professional excellence and enduring relationships.

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  • Angela Lutzi Dellatorรจ

    Angela Lutzi Dellatorรจ is the co-founder of The Dellatorรจ Real Estate Company, one of the areaโ€™s top-producing brokerages. Angela is RealTrends Verified (ranked #1 in Bonita Springs and #55 in Florida among individual agents by sales volume. She was also named Bonitaโ€™s Best Real Estate Agent multiple times, has ranked Americaโ€™s Top 100 Agents since 2018, is an esteemed Luxury Presence Collective member, and is the recipient of the "Top Women In Real Estate Award." Her background in psychology and lifelong exposure to real estate inform her relationship-focused approach to helping clients find a place to call home.

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  • David Gruninger

    A Southwest Florida resident for 32 years, David has watched the regionโ€™s transformation firsthand. From $200,000 condos to luxury properties exceeding $10 million, he brings the same preparation, persistence, and personal attention to every transaction. David combines deep local relationships with modern technology, while grounding his business in hard work and integrity. He credits much of his success to a collaborative approach with fellow agents, built on mutual respect, clear communication, and a shared commitment to finding solutions and bringing clients to a successful closing.

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  • Kimberly Alvord

    Kimberly Alvord marked her first decade in real estate with more than $100 million in sales. She has built her business around the relationships that continue long after a transaction, relying heavily on past clients and referrals. Drawing on her social work background, Kimberly helps buyers find a home that fits the lifestyle they want, while bringing calm, positivity, and personal care to the process. Her sustained production reflects both a strong work ethic and a genuine commitment to the people she serves. Being a realtor, she named her bernedoodle one of her favorite words - Pending! It's the most exciting part of the real estate transaction and she is best thing ever.

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  • Mike and Andrew Darda

    Mike and Andrew Darda are the father-son team behind the Darda Group at Compass. Mike began his career in 1988, closing 35 deals in his first year, and this community has trusted the family name ever since. In the last decade alone, the two of them have closed more than 1,600 sales totaling over $662 million, including 99 sales above $1 million totaling more than $159 million, concentrated in the waterfront and golf communities of Cape Coral and Fort Myers. Behind every one of those numbers is a family who trusted them with one of the biggest decisions of their lives, and they do not take that lightly. They are honored to have built their legacy here by helping their neighbors build theirs. Their approach has never changed: deep local knowledge, straight answers, and both names on the work.

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  • Scott and Jennifer Rinden

    Scott and Jennifer Rinden turned their corporate backgrounds into the foundation for a real estate business built on structure, service, and teamwork. Drawing on Jenniferโ€™s global marketing expertise and Scottโ€™s extensive sales experience, they developed a professional, client-focused approach that supports both their customers and their agents. As co-founders of Orchid Realty International, they have built a brokerage with luxury real estate and rental services, guided by their belief in quality over quantity. Their commitment to developing agents, creating thoughtful service offerings, and fostering a supportive team reflects a business philosophy centered on long-term success for everyone involved.

  • Which Top Producer of the Year finalist gets your vote?
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  • Bryan Keane Sr.

    With more than 30 years in Southwest Florida real estate, Bryan Keane Sr. has built a lasting career grounded in experience, professionalism, and a strong family legacy. Licensed in 1992, he has spent decades helping buyers and sellers while setting an example for the next generationโ€”including his son, Bryan David, who followed him into the business. Beyond his own accomplishments, his influence continues through his sonโ€™s success and the work ethic and standards they share.

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  • Joe Pavich Sr.

    Since beginning his real estate career in 1992, Joe Pavich Sr. has helped shape Esteroโ€™s real estate community while building a family business that spans generations. He helped open Esteroโ€™s first real estate brokerage in 1997 and now leads Realty World J. Pavich Real Estate, a company with more than 40 agents. Over the years, he has completed more than 500 transactions in Fountain Lakes and served twice as president of the Bonita Springs-Estero REALTORSยฎ, along with leadership roles in local civic organizations. His lasting legacy is reflected in his sonsโ€™ success, his community involvement, and his commitment to helping people make sound real estate decisions.

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  • Lauren and Mike Taranto

    Recognized with a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award in Real Estate, Lauren and Mike Taranto are among Naples, Floridaโ€™s most distinguished luxury real estate professionals. Their record of excellence spans exceptional properties from championship golf communities to the Gulf of America, including the sale of a coveted beach-block lot in Old Naples that was completed and closed within 24 hours. That extraordinary result reflects not only the propertyโ€™s rarity, but also the Tarantoโ€™s deep market expertise, trusted relationships, and ability to bring complex transactions to a successful close with remarkable precision.

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  • Michelle Thomas

    Michelle Thomas has dedicated more than three decades to Southwest Florida real estate, building a career rooted in market expertise, personalized service, and lasting client relationships. A year-round Naples resident since 1993, she began her real estate journey as a paralegal and assistant before earning her license in 2000. Today, she leads a highly successful team at Premier Sothebyโ€™s International Realty, consistently ranking among the areaโ€™s top teams for sales transactions and top agents for sales volume. Beyond her professional achievements, Michelle gives back by donating a portion of every closing commission to local charities. Her long-standing success reflects a commitment to her clients, her community, and the industry she has helped shape.

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  • Mike and Wendy McCarty

    With more than three decades in real estate, Mike and Wendy have built a lasting business rooted in experience, teamwork, and client trust. After relocating from Michigan to Southwest Florida, they grew The McCarty Group into a top-performing team, consistently ranking among the top 1% of Keller Williams agents. Their success reflects a commitment to continued training, a loyal team, and a client experience centered on integrity and professionalism. For Mike and Wendy, the real reward is helping buyers and sellers reach their goals and building relationships that last well beyond closing.

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  • Ted Stout

    For more than two decades, Ted Stout has built his career in Southwest Florida real estate on experience, integrity, and a commitment to doing what is right for his clients. As broker-owner of Realmark Realty Group II, he has developed a boutique business that combines specialized team roles with personalized, concierge-level service. Drawing on his background in film, business, and entrepreneurship, Ted also brings creativity to property marketing, continually finding new ways to showcase homes. Guided by his fatherโ€™s lessons about the importance of reputation, Ted values honesty, consistency, and earning trust. As he looks ahead, he hopes to share his knowledge by mentoring other agents and building a team equipped to thrive for years to come.

  • Which Lifetime Achievement Award finalist gets your vote?
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  • Adam Ruud

    As the Team Leader with KW Elevate Luxury, Adam is a respected real estate leader whose passion lies in helping others grow, achieve success, and live more fulfilled lives. From being a top producer, to running and growing a brokerage with 200+ agents, Adam especially enjoys coaching and mentoring agents, using lessons from his years in the business to help them strengthen their skills and grow their businesses. As a former professional soccer player, Adam brings a team-first mindset to real estate, emphasizing communication, hard work, and continuous improvement. For Adam, leadership means helping others succeed while creating a culture where everyone keeps learning and pushing forward.

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  • Alex Greenwood & Mindy Sylvester

    As co-founders of Gulf Coast R.E. Group, Alex Greenwood and Mindy Sylvester bring complementary strengths in team development, strategic marketing, and real estate leadership. Alex is committed to helping agents grow from newcomers into established professionals and future mentors, building a team culture grounded in collaboration, practical guidance, and shared success. Mindy brings an entrepreneurial mindset and a creative approach to real estate, with experience serving luxury clients, developing specialized relocation services, and sharing her industry knowledge as a speaker. Together, their leadership reflects a commitment to helping agents grow, adapting to a changing market, and creating opportunities for long-term success.

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  • Barry Goettemoeller

    Barry Goettemoeller brings the heart of a teacher and the mindset of a coach to his leadership in real estate. After years spent educating students and coaching football, he carried those lessons into his role as a broker, partner, and leader of BG & Co. at RE/MAX Realty Team. Barry believes that helping agents learn, ask questions, and develop their skills is an essential part of the profession. He fosters a collaborative environment where agents can find guidance and support while navigating a changing market. Grounded in a strong work ethic and the values he learned growing up, Barry measures success not only by business accomplishments but also by how well he treats the people around him.

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  • Chris Sullivan

    Chris Sullivan has built an impressive reputation as a top-producing luxury real estate professional serving Marco Island and Naples. As a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, she brings extensive industry knowledge and a strong record of achievement to her work. Her honors include the RE/MAX Circle of Legends, Diamond Club, Lifetime Achievement, and Hall of Fame awards, along with recognition among Americaโ€™s Top 100 Real Estate Agents and RealTrends Americaโ€™s Best Real Estate Professionals, placing her among the top 1.5% nationwide. Her career reflects a sustained commitment to excellence in luxury real estate and a high standard of professional achievement.

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  • Jannett Mosqueda

    As the Founding Broker of Hustle Bees Realty in Fort Myers, Florida, Jannett Mosqueda is an influential real estate leader and visionary entrepreneur. Since establishing the brokerage in 2022, she has built a thriving team of 30+ agents rooted in integrity, mentorship, collaboration, and leadership.
    Guided by faith, a bold vision, and a philosophy of quality over quantity, Jannett believes true success is measured not by numbers, but by the lives impacted and the leaders inspired. Her mission extends beyond real estate by creating opportunities, empowering others, cultivating future leaders, and building legacies that inspire generations. At the heart of her leadership is the philosophy she lives by: When one wins, we all win.

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  • ย Kelly Olin

    As Team Leader of RESIDENCE | eXp Realty, Kelly Olin combines her background in corporate training, digital marketing, and building multimillion-dollar international sales organizations with a forward-thinking approach to real estate leadership. A recipient of the Real Producers Marketing Excellence Award in 2025, Kelly has built a scalable model that extends her award-winning marketing strategies and exposure to every agent on her team and the clients they serve. Passionate about innovation, she leverages AI and emerging technology to create tools and systems that simplify business, increase efficiency, and empower agents to build their own brands. Through coaching, collaboration, and a culture of shared growth, Kelly believes true leadership isnโ€™t measured by personal achievements, but by how many others she empowers to succeed.

  • Which Team Leader of the Year finalist gets your vote?
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  • Ianula โ€œYaniโ€ Moen

    Ianula โ€œYaniโ€ Moen has built her real estate career through persistence, people skills, and a strong drive to keep growing. Since earning her license in 2020, she has balanced hard work with a commitment to understanding each clientโ€™s needs, completing 16 transactions totaling more than $11.7 million in sales volume in 2025. An independent REALTORยฎ with William Raveis Real Estate, Yani draws on her 12-year background in public relations and communications, along with her fluency in Romanian, English, and Spanish, to create personal, thoughtful client experiences. Her journey reflects the resilience and ambition behind her rising career in Southwest Florida.

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  • Jessica Higdon

    Four years into real estate, Jessica โ€œJessโ€ Higdon has built an impressive luxury business rooted in thoughtful marketing, personal service, and meaningful client relationships. As founder of The Higdon Team at Realty One Group MVP, she closed nearly $31 million across just eight transactions last year while launching her own team. Drawing on her background in marketing, sales, and real estate investing, Jess brings each property to life through storytelling and intentional branding. Her boutique, concierge-style approach focuses on caring for the whole person, helping clients feel valued throughout their real estate journey.

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  • Lidia Martinez and Lot Arredondo

    Husband-and-wife team Lidia Martinez and Lot Arredondo built Red Bull Real Estate with Marzucco Luxury Real Estate around personal service and relationship-driven business. After entering real estate, they sold 15 properties in their first year and continued growing through referrals. In 2025, they closed more than $10 million in sales across 10 transactions, earning recognition as Top Producers for the third consecutive year, along with their brokerageโ€™s Top Luxury Sales Award and Top Team Award. Combining Lotโ€™s strengths in networking and negotiation with Lidiaโ€™s skills in organization, communication, and marketing, they deliver a hands-on experience built on trust.

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  • Rosa Byrnes-Warfsman

    After nearly four decades as an AT&T executive and a successful entrepreneurial venture in the equestrian industry, Rosa Byrnes-Warfsman began a new chapter in real estate just three years ago. As a Broker Associate with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty, she closed more than $15 million across 29 transactions last year, earning Honor Society and Presidentโ€™s Circle recognition early in her real estate career. Rosa brings a business-minded approach, strong work ethic, and commitment to continuous learning to every client relationship. Her story is a testament to the courage to start fresh and the rewards of embracing a new challenge.

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  • Samantha Haringa

    Samantha Haringa of Realty ONE Group MVP has grown her business with notable speed while remaining grounded in the principles that define her work: integrity, consistency, and a sincere commitment to client service. After closing her first transaction in late 2023, she completed 18 sales totaling nearly $10.9 million in volume last yearโ€”surpassing those results early in 2026. Informed by her own relocation to Florida, Samantha brings a grounded understanding of the important factors that shape a successful move into a new market. She approaches each relationship as a longโ€‘term advisorโ€”engaged, responsive, and committed to a level of professionalism and followโ€‘through that strengthens her reputation among clients and industry peers alike.

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  • Tracie Martin

    After moving from Ohio to Southwest Florida in 2021, Tracie Martin brought the determination and relationship-building skills from her 30-year marketing career into real estate. In just five years, the Coldwell Banker Realty agent has built a referral-driven business, closing more than $9 million across 22 transactions last year and earning Diamond Society honors. Tracieโ€™s approach goes beyond selling homes; she helps clients feel connected to their new communities through honest communication, personal attention, and dependable service. Her decades of nonprofit leadership and community involvement continue to shape a business grounded in trust, family, and making a meaningful difference.

  • Which Emerging Excellence Award finalist gets your vote?
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  • Bill Earls and Larry Lapin

    Bill Earls and Larry Lapin bring decades of experience and a relationship-driven approach to luxury real estate in Naples through John R. Wood Properties. Bill, who began his real estate career in 1983, built a business focused on spectacular homes and discerning clients, with record breaking transactions year after year. His long-standing partnership with Larry reflects a shared commitment to serving high-end clients, building lasting relationships, and contributing to the Naples community. Together, their experience and deep local roots reflect a strong presence in the luxury market.

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  • Blaze Zdravev

    Blaze Zdravev of John R. Wood Properties has built an impressive real estate career through hard work, business savvy, and a reputation for honesty. Since earning his license in 2015, he has steadily grown his business, becoming the top producer in the companyโ€™s Old Naples office. His Blaze Luxury Team earned national recognition, ranking among Floridaโ€™s top real estate professionals. Known for his approachable style and commitment to client service, Blaze combines strong market performance with a genuine appreciation for the relationships behind every transaction.

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  • Cindy Cyrus

    Cindy Cyrus, Broker Associate and Principal of The Cyrus Team at Compass, brings a global perspective and sophisticated business acumen to luxury real estate, shaped by her MBA and former senior leadership roles at Deutsche Bankโ€™s Frankfurt headquarters. Ranked among the top 1.5% of real estate professionals nationwide, she has completed more than 620 transactions and represents distinctive properties ranging from Southwest Florida waterfront and golf-community homes to new construction, multimillion-dollar estates, and select international listings. Having relocated 33 times herself, Cindy understands the nuances of every move and combines strategic insight, cultural fluency, and highly personalized service to help clients secure properties aligned with their lifestyles, investment objectives, and long-term goals. She is highly respected in the industry and also tries to support other agents.

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  • David Burnham

    David Burnham of Compass has built a growing real estate business around thoughtful marketing, deep market knowledge, and a commitment to caring for every client. In 2025, he closed $27 million in sales across 33 transactions, drawing on experience in flipping, new construction, and residential sales throughout Southwest Florida. For David, luxury real estate is about more than positioning a property or negotiating a deal; itโ€™s about understanding clientsโ€™ needs and working toward the best possible outcome with responsiveness, knowledge, and integrity. His relationship-first approach reflects his belief that excellent service begins with genuinely putting people ahead of the paycheck.ย He credits his faith in Jesus and his wife - also a Realtor with Compass - which give him the desire and strength to work hard in his business and to do it in a way that brings honor to his faith.

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  • Tade Bua-Bell & Emily Bua

    Tade Bua-Bell and Emily Bua of The Bua Bell Group at John R. Wood Christieโ€™s International Real Estate have built an impressive presence in Southwest Floridaโ€™s luxury market, with career sales exceeding $2.5 billion. Consistently ranked among the regionโ€™s top 50 agents out of more than 9,000, they are also members of Christieโ€™s Master Circle, recognizing elite luxury real estate professionals across its international network. Their expertise is matched by a strong commitment to the Naples community, where both serve in leadership roles and support numerous local charities. Together, they combine high-level market experience with deep local connections and a commitment to helping clients make informed real estate decisions.

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  • Troy DeMond

    With 14 years in real estate, Troy De Mond of Royal Shell Real Estate combines luxury market experience with a service-first approach shaped by decades of entrepreneurship. He has sold more than $150 million throughout his career and has since helped clients buy and sell more than 400 homes. His achievements include ranking in the top 3% in revenue among Lee and Collier County agents. For Troy, luxury real estate is about more than price; itโ€™s about attentive service, careful execution, and earning each clientโ€™s trust.

  • Which Best Luxury Realtor finalist gets your vote?
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  • Brittany Mixon

    Brittany Mixon has built her real estate business around something she genuinely loves: connecting with people and creating a sense of community. As team lead of The Mixon Team, she uses local social media content and neighborhood insights to help people feel connected to Fort Myers, while creating welcoming spaces through community momsโ€™ groups, a book club, and a local ladiesโ€™ group. Her approach to clients is rooted in patience, trust, and respect, never pressuring anyone to make a decision before they are ready. Beyond real estate, Brittany supports community service initiatives and values opportunities to give back. For her, success means building lasting relationships, making a meaningful impact, and staying true to kindness and family.

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  • Cyndi and Ron Myers

    Ron and Cyndi Myers lead MyersGroupFL with eXp Realty. They connect clients, agents, and local partners, and their friendships open doors. One couple came to Fort Myers for a golf tournament, struck up a conversation at the bar, and left with an offer on a home. Ron and Cyndi believe lasting success comes from helping others succeed.

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  • Laurel McGarel

    Laurel McGarel is founder and team lead of the Laurel McGarel Group at Realty ONE Group MVP. An award-winning broker associate, CPA and top 1% Realty ONE Group professional worldwide, she brings 24+ years of experience, strategic insight and care to every relationship. A natural connector, Laurel brings clients, agents, community leaders and professionals together to create opportunity and lasting value. She leads with collaboration over competition, shares her knowledge and believes success grows when people support one another. Her responsiveness, integrity and talent for building meaningful relationships define her business and community involvement.

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  • Lauren Trethewey

    Lauren Trethewey, Partner of Gulf Coast Real Estate Group at Realty ONE Group MVP, believes real estate is about more than buying and selling homesโ€”itโ€™s about building lasting relationships. Serving Naples and Southwest Florida, she takes a personalized approach to understanding each clientโ€™s goals, whether theyโ€™re relocating, purchasing a second home, investing, or selling. Her consistent communication, transparency, and attention to detail help clients feel informed and supported throughout the process. By pairing strong market knowledge with hands-on service, Lauren works to create meaningful connections and guide clients confidently into their next chapter.

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  • Lisa Lagergren

    Lisa Lagergren of John R. Wood Properties | Christieโ€™s International Real Estate is a connector bringing people, opportunities, and businesses together throughout Naples. After owning The Flower Spot for a decade, she carried deep community roots and trusted relationships into real estate. Today, Lisa connects clients with exceptional properties and the local professionals and resources that make transitions easier. She collaborates with fellow agents and business leaders, believing success grows when people support one another. For Lisa, real estate is about opening doors, strengthening community ties, and creating lasting connections.

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  • Mike Monge

    Mike Monge, who owns KW Elevate Luxury in Naples with Heather Caine, has built his real estate business on genuine relationships, word-of-mouth referrals, and a deep love for Southwest Florida. A lifelong local and natural people person, Mike was encouraged to enter real estate because of the many connections he had already built in his community. Since earning his license in 2018, he has grown a thriving business without advertising, guided by his belief that real estate is about serving people rather than simply making sales. Through his approachable nature and commitment to treating people right, Mike turns professional relationships into lasting connections.

  • Which Ultimate Connector Award finalist gets your vote?
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  • Alex King

    Alex King, founder of the Alex King Group, has built his business around community, collaboration, and helping others succeed. He treats his agents like family, sharing leads, co-listing properties, and creating opportunities for them to reach their professional goals. That same spirit of generosity defines the King Family Foundation, which Alex and his family created that enables others to share the joy and sense of belonging Fort Myers Beach has given them for generations. In the past five years, the Foundation has donated more than $2.5 million across Southwest Florida, including over $1.4 million on Fort Myers Beach alone. Its giving supports the arts, children, families, individuals in need, and community events that bring people together. For Alex, philanthropy is about more than giving funds. Itโ€™s about being present, caring for neighbors, and honoring the island his family has called home since 1958.

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  • Alexis Hansen May

    Alexis Hansen May, leader of Coastal Luxury Living Group at KW Florida Living, believes success means making a difference in her clientsโ€™ lives and her community. Her team organizes major charitable drives each year, including collecting peanut butter and jelly for children facing food insecurity during summer break, gathering school supplies with the Lee County School Board, and providing Thanksgiving meal baskets to families in need. In one recent drive, her team collected an impressive 415 pounds of peanut butter and jelly. For Alexis, giving back is more than an annual effortโ€”itโ€™s part of her commitment to leading with heart and helping local families thrive.

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  • Damon Vetere

    Over the years, Damon, founder of The Vetere Team, and his family have supported organizations including Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lee County, Toys for Tots, and Track to Trail Thoroughbred Rescue. More recently, they have focused on hands-on animal rescue, fostering multiple dogs through Patty Baker Humane Society. This year, they fostered a paralyzed corgi who required months of rehabilitation and physical therapy. With their care, he regained his ability to walk and his story will be used to apply for grants. For Damon, giving back means stepping in where help is needed and making a meaningful difference in the lives of both people and animals in his community.

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  • Lisa Kohan and Angie Hernandez Perez

    For decades, Lisa Kohan and Angie Hernandez Perez of The Kohan Perez Team at Marzucco Real Estate have demonstrated that true success is measured by lives touched. Their philanthropic efforts support Make-A-Wish Foundation, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, March of Dimes, Mind Your Brain, and PACE Center for Girls. Through financial contributions, volunteering, mentorship, and helping families facing hardships, they lead with compassion and purpose. Lisa champions community organizations and traumatic brain injury awareness, while Angie empowers young women through mentorship. Together, they believe philanthropy is more than givingโ€”it is showing up, inspiring hope, and making a lasting difference.

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  • Jeff Miloff

    Jeff Miloff has spent decades building his real estate career while giving back to the Southwest Florida community he calls home. As past president of Ronald McDonald House Charities SWFL, he organized the Offshore Rodeo fishing tournament, raising more than $500,000 for children and families. He also supports Make-A-Wish Southern Florida and Builders Care through the Helping Hands for the Holidays fundraiser, which has raised millions for local families over more than two decades. Today, Jeff serves on the board of Valerieโ€™s House and mentors two boys who lost their father, reflecting his belief that success means making a meaningful difference in othersโ€™ lives.

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  • Mike McMurray

    Mike McMurray has spent more than 30 years helping people through real estate, but his work with Valerieโ€™s House has become one of the most meaningful parts of his life. After volunteering with the nonprofit, which supports children and families grieving the loss of a loved one, Mike joined its board of directors and now serves as chairman. Drawing from his own experience with childhood loss, he brings empathy and personal understanding to the organizationโ€™s mission. He has also involved his wife and children in the cause, reflecting his belief that giving back is about making a genuine, lasting difference.

  • Which Philanthropy in Action Award finalist gets your vote?
  • ๐Œ๐š๐ซ๐ค๐ž๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐„๐ฑ๐œ๐ž๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ž๐ง๐œ๐ž ๐€๐ฐ๐š๐ซ๐

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  • James Boyer

    James Boyer, a founding team member of Naples Concierge Group at SERHANT. Naples, has built his business through strong client relationships, consistent communication, and growing marketing reach. His social media exposure has helped attract buyers who reach out specifically to view properties, supporting his growth on the listing side of the business. James pairs that visibility with thoughtful follow-up and long-term client care, with nearly 30% of his business last year coming from referrals. His approach reflects how effective marketing can extend beyond promotion to build trust, strengthen relationships, and generate lasting business.

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  • Juliane and Kennedy Callis

    Juliane and Kennedy Callis combine deep local real estate knowledge with a creative approach to showcasing homes, communities, and lifestyle. As the team behind The Callis Group, they bring together Julianeโ€™s longstanding family roots in Naples real estate and Kennedyโ€™s fresh perspective to serve buyers and sellers. Their work as co-hosts of The American Dream, an Emmy-nominated national television show focused on real estate and lifestyle, gives them a platform to share positive stories and highlight communities across the country. By connecting real estate with the people, places, and experiences that make a community special, Juliane and Kennedy bring a lifestyle-focused perspective to their marketing.

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  • Kristin Stroh

    Kristin Stroh of William Raveis brings more than 22 years of Naples real estate experience and a creative, personality-driven approach to marketing. Through engaging property walkthroughs, luxury home tours, and lifestyle videos, Kristin has built a social media presence that keeps audiences watching and connecting. Her content recently generated nearly 300,000 views in just 30 days, including a viral โ€œParadise by the Dashboard Lightโ€ lip-sync video surpassing 270,000 views! But itโ€™s more than just views. Sellers are choosing Kristin for the exposure she brings to their properties, while her social media continues to attract new clients and generate business. Her creativity and authenticity make her stand out!

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  • Melissa Orta

    Melissa Orta, a broker associate with Marzucco Real Estate, has built a strong presence across Southwest Florida by investing in creative, purposeful marketing. She uses professional video, storytelling, and social media to showcase properties, capture attention, and connect listings with the right audiences. Her belief that successful real estate marketing goes beyond simply placing a home on the MLS has helped shape a brand focused on visibility and demand.

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  • Renata Frisone

    Renata Frisone brings a creative eye, a strong understanding of branding, and an authentic approach to marketing her real estate business. Her background in marketing and luxury retail helped develop her skills in visual presentation, attention to detail, and showcasing properties, including staging homes to highlight their potential. Renata has also built a powerful social media presence through her familyโ€™s TikTok account, where humor, everyday moments, and genuine personality help audiences connect with her before they ever become clients. By turning that connection into trust and referrals, she has created a distinctive marketing approach that feels personal rather than promotional. Her success reflects how authenticity and creativity can make a lasting impression in real estate.

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  • Tony Erpenbeck

    Tony Erpenbeck, a REALTORยฎ and listing specialist with Denny Grimes & Team at Keller Williams Realty Naples, has built his career around real estate knowledge and a strong focus on listings. Since entering the industry in 2011, he has earned the Keller Williams South Florida Regionโ€™s Top Listing Specialist Award twice, reflecting his success in representing properties. Tony brings a proven record to his work. His experience as a listing specialist provides a strong foundation for showcasing properties and connecting them with prospective buyers.

  • Which Marketing Excellence Award finalist gets your vote?
  • ๐Œ๐จ๐ฌ๐ญ ๐ˆ๐ง๐ฌ๐ฉ๐ข๐ซ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐š๐ฅ ๐’๐ญ๐จ๐ซ๐ฒ

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  • Brian and Jason Knox

    Brian and Jason Knoxโ€™s story is about having the courage to build something of their own and the vision to do things differently. After successful careers in technology and commercial contract management, the brothers brought their skills back to Naples and partnered to create a real estate business grounded in strategic thinking, integrity, and long-term relationships. Their determination has led to more than $117 million in sales across 37 transactions in 2025, but their ambitions extend beyond business success. Through their support of Pathways Early Education Center of Immokalee, theyโ€™re also investing in families in an underserved community. Their journey reflects the power of bold decisions, shared purpose, and using success to make a meaningful difference.

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  • Dawn Bray

    Dawn Brayโ€™s journey is a testament to resilience, family, and finding a new purpose through lifeโ€™s most difficult moments. After her daughter Alyssa suffered a life-threatening brain hemorrhage, Dawn stepped away from a teaching career of more than 20 years to focus on her daughterโ€™s recovery and rebuild her professional path around her familyโ€™s needs. In 2018, she began a new chapter in Southwest Florida real estate, turning her background in education and her commitment to helping others into a thriving career. Today, she continues to serve clients alongside Alyssa, who has regained her independence and joined her in the business. Dawnโ€™s story reflects the strength to navigate uncertainty, embrace change, and keep moving forward with gratitude.

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  • Ian Alters

    Ian Altersโ€™ journey is a powerful example of how perseverance, self-belief, and a willingness to start over can lead to a fulfilling career. After realizing that becoming a lawyer wasnโ€™t the right path, Ian returned to the restaurant industry, working two jobs while saving money and learning from successful customers before pursuing real estate. Even entering the market during rising interest rates and the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, he stayed focused on serving clients, closing 39 transactions totaling approximately $25 million last year. His greatest dream is to help children facing challenges find the guidance and confidence to build a better future.

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  • Jenn Spears

    Jenn Spearsโ€™ journey reflects the courage to embrace new experiences, adapt to change, and build a meaningful life and career along the way. After spending 17 years living in Berlin, Germany, where she completed her college studies and built a successful tourism-focused business, Jenn made the decision to return to her Florida roots and begin an entirely new chapter. Drawing on her entrepreneurial background, international experiences, and determination to succeed, she embraced the challenge of establishing herself in Southwest Florida real estate while balancing the responsibilities of motherhood. What began as a new career grew into a genuine passion. For Jenn, real estate is about more than buying or selling a homeโ€”it's about building lasting relationships, guiding people through important life decisions, and helping them move confidently into their own next chapter.

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  • Laura Nobil

    Laura Nobilโ€™s journey reflects the courage to embrace new chapters, follow her interests, and build a career around what brings her joy. After spending 25 years teaching while raising her children, Laura explored several creative and professional paths before earning her real estate license in late 2020. She quickly found her calling in helping people find not just a home, but a lifestyle and community they love. With more than $54.8 million dollars in sales volume, Laura has built a successful business grounded in compassion, collaboration, and treating every client like family. Her story is a reminder that itโ€™s never too late to pursue a new passion and create a fulfilling next chapter.

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  • Ursula Boyd

    Ursula Boydโ€™s journey is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and the courage to start anew at any stage of life. After immigrating to the United States at age eight without speaking English, building a career in corporate real estate, and spending two decades raising her four children, Ursula chose to begin a new professional chapter at 52. Beyond her achievements, Ursula gives back through hands-on work with Habitat for Humanity and hopes to one day fund a college scholarship to help others pursue their dreams. Her story shows how life experience can become the foundation for a meaningful second act.

  • Which Most Inspirational Story finalist gets your vote?
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